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At Mesquite Specialty Hospital, we provide long-term acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries.

12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful and safe holiday season! 🎄✨ At Ernest Health, we’re grateful for our community and committed to supporting your recovery journey in the new year. How are you celebrating this festive season? Share with us below!

12/23/2025

Feeling a bit sluggish this holiday season after all the festive meals and sweet treats? Slip into comfortable clothes, lace up your shoes, and take a brisk walk. Even a short daily walk can support your overall health and well-being. Regular walking is associated with:
• Increased energy levels as blood flow and oxygen circulation improve
• Enhanced mood due to the release of endorphins and reduced stress
• Improved focus and alertness, supported by increased cerebral blood flow
• Benefits to memory and cognitive function, especially with consistent activity
• Lower blood pressure and improved heart health
• Better balance and coordination, especially as walking helps strengthen lower-body muscles
• Support for maintaining a healthy weight, which contributes to reduced strain on joints and the cardiovascular system
• Improved blood sugar control, particularly after meals
Even a short 10-minute walk can make a meaningful difference. This holiday season, consider adding a walk into your daily routine to help maintain your energy, clear your mind, and support your long-term health.

12/15/2025

Happy Hanukkah from Ernest Health! 🕎 Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with light, hope, and celebration. How are you commemorating this special time? Share your traditions with us!

12/08/2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system, in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the brain and spinal cord. For individuals living with MS, daily choices can play an important role in supporting overall health and managing symptoms.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society notes that while there is no single diet that’s proven best for MS, healthy eating habits can help support long-term nervous system wellness. Its recommendations for good health include:
• Preparing meals at home whenever possible
• Including fresh fruits and vegetables in your daily routine
• Choosing whole grains instead of refined grains
• Limiting processed foods and added sugars
While you move through the holiday season, these guidelines can serve as helpful reminders. Incorporating more whole foods, planning balanced meals, and making mindful choices at gatherings can support overall well-being for those living with MS and for anyone striving for healthier habits.
If you have MS or care for someone who does, consider speaking with your healthcare provider about nutritional strategies that best fit your individual needs.

12/01/2025

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term neurological condition that affects movement and coordination. Early signs can look different from person to person, but common symptoms may include shaking or tremors, smaller handwriting, loss of smell, sleep issues, stiffness or slow movement, constipation, a softer voice, reduced facial expression, dizziness, stooped posture, or trouble swallowing.
Having one or more of these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean you have Parkinson’s. Many other conditions can cause similar changes. If you notice new or worsening symptoms, it’s important to speak with your physician for proper evaluation and guidance.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Ernest Health! 🦃🍁 We're grateful for our dedicated team, patients, and community. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday filled with gratitude and connection. How are you expressing your thanks this year? Share with us below!

11/25/2025

Being a loved one’s caregiver takes compassion, dedication, strength, and patience. But as demands get heavy, it’s also important to recognize that you as a caregiver need to take care of yourself as well. This protects not only your physical and emotional well-being, but it allows you to be more fully engaged with your loved one as well.

Here are some ways to stay resilient and healthy while serving as a caregiver:
• Accept help from others and share the workload. This might include letting others run errands, make meals, provide transportation to appointments, or just providing companionship for your loved one.
• Keep up with your own healthy routines such as medical check-ups, sleeping, staying active, and eating well.
• Make space for short breaks, even if it’s a few minutes of quiet, a quick walk, or a conversation with a friend. These quick breaks may help you recharge and reduce the chance of emotional burnout.
• Connect with other caregivers through a support group either online or in person.
• Set realistic expectations and boundaries with yourself and your loved ones. Call in professional help when you need it.

11/11/2025

Honoring our heroes this Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Your dedication inspires us every day. How are you celebrating and showing gratitude today? Share your gratitude below!

11/10/2025

Pneumonia is a respiratory infection when the air sacs of the lungs become inflamed and may fill with fluid or pus. This can lead cough, fever, chest pain, and shortness of breath.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the pneumococcal (pneumonia-preventing) vaccination is recommended for children younger than 5 years old and adults 50 years or older. The CDC also recommends the vaccine for children and adults who may be at an increased risk for pneumococcal disease, such as those who have immunocompromising or chronic conditions.

Currently, there are four vaccines recommended for protection against pneumococcal disease in the United States. More than 80% of healthy adults who receive the PPSV23 pneumonia vaccine develop protective antibodies usually within 2-3 weeks after the vaccination. In healthy adults, these antibody levels can last for up to 5 years. Overall, the vaccine is estimated to be about 60-70% effective in preventing invasive pneumococcal disease caused by the strains it covers.

If you have questions about the pneumococcal vaccine, consult with your physician.

11/04/2025

Fifty-eight-year-old Ricky Benedict from Emory, Texas, enjoys camping and building model car kits.

Recently, Ricky had heart surgery but developed a serious injury to his windpipe during a procedure to insert a breathing tube. To keep his airway open, doctors placed a tracheal stent along with the tracheostomy. Later, he began experiencing a constant cough and trouble breathing, which led to a procedure to remove the stent and adjust the breathing tube.

Due to these complications, Ricky spent more than six months in the hospital before being referred to Mesquite Specialty Hospital (MSH), a long-term acute care facility, for continued specialized care. The hospital is nationally certified in Respiratory Failure by The Joint Commission, utilizing best practices and evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for its patients.
When Ricky arrived at MSH, he was bedridden and dependent on a tracheostomy for long-term mechanical ventilation to help him breathe. Under the guidance of the hospital’s interdisciplinary healthcare team, he participated in intensive physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy to regain movement, improve breathing, and rebuild strength.

During his four-month stay, Ricky made remarkable progress. Upon discharge, he could get out of bed, walk 20 steps, and move around on his own. He also no longer needed a ventilator or a tracheostomy. Now, he’s looking forward to going home and planning his next camping trip.

11/03/2025

Rehabilitation interventions can serve as a pivotal component in the management of diabetes. Clinical evidence shows that physical and occupational therapies can enhance strength, mobility, and overall function for people living with diabetes.
Benefits of a structured rehabilitation plan include:
· Improved mobility. Exercise training helps the body use glucose more effectively and improves insulin sensitivity.
· Enhanced cardiovascular health. Physical activity supports heart and vascular function, reducing the risk of diabetes-related heart disease.
· Supported independence. Rehabilitation programs focus on maintaining strength, balance, and function to enhance everyday living and quality of life.
· Prevention of foot complications. Education and targeted exercises improve circulation, balance, and wound healing, helping to prevent foot ulcers and infections.
Overall, rehabilitation helps individuals with diabetes live healthier, more active lives.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃 At Ernest Health, we're committed to helping our patients feel confident and cared for. Whether you're visiting loved ones or trick-or-treating, we wish you a safe and fun holiday. Share your costume ideas below! 👻✨

Address

1024 North Galloway Avenue
Mesquite, TX
75149

Telephone

+19722162300

Website

http://msh.ernesthealth.com/

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